Gecko Models Early Type British 4 Gallon Petrol Tins (1/16) 16GM0040
Gecko Models Early Type British 4 Gallon Petrol Tins Set (1/16) 16GM0040
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SKU: 16GM0040
Gecko Models Plastic Model Accessory
Early Type British 4 Gallon Petrol Tins (1/16) 16GM0040
Detailed 1/16 scale plastic accessory set representing early type British 4 Gallon petrol tins, produced by Gecko Models. Designed to complement large-scale British military vehicles and dioramas, this set focuses on accurate proportions and surface detail consistent with early WWII fuel containers.
The set provides multiple individual tins, allowing for varied stowage layouts on vehicles or within diorama scenes. The larger 1/16 scale makes surface textures, handles, and edges more prominent, helping add visual weight and realism to finished models. Suitable for painting and weathering to represent operational wear, fuel staining, and handling marks.
- 1/16 scale plastic accessory set
- Early type British 4 Gallon petrol tins
- 12 pieces total
- Designed for British WWII vehicles and dioramas
- Injection-moulded plastic parts
- Ideal for detailed painting and weathering
History: The British 4 Gallon petrol tin was an early wartime fuel container used before the widespread adoption of the more robust jerrican-style designs. Commonly seen during the early years of WWII, these tins were used to transport and store fuel for vehicles, generators, and equipment. Their design reflected pre-war requirements and manufacturing methods, making them a distinctive feature of early British military logistics and an important detail for historically accurate vehicle models and diorama settings.
Delivery Information
| Service | Estimated delivery time |
|---|---|
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| Royal Mail LQ | Aim for 2-3 working days |
| Royal Mail Express | Aim for 1-2 working days |
| APC Courier | Aim for next working day |
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| Free Delivery (£60+*) | 2-6 working days, conditions apply |
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